Social/Behavioral Sciences
Program Description
This non-transfer interdisciplinary degree offers a range of coursework to prepare students who want to explore the social and behavioral sciences as a foundation of lifelong learning, or as an introduction to the related fields of Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, Economics, History, Social Sciences and Political Science. For additional information, please see an MSJC counselor.
Social/Behavioral Sciences Program Page
Transfer Preparation
MSJC offers a wide range of course work that prepares students for the workforce or for transfer to four-year colleges and universities. All four-year institutions prescribe their own standards for course evaluation and admissions. Courses that fulfill major requirements for an associate degree in a program at MSJC might not be the same as those required for transfer into a similar major at a four-year university. Please meet with a Counselor to confirm transfer requirements.
Transfer students are advised to do research on prospective majors and careers. The MSJC Transfer Center and MSJC catalog can be helpful tools. Students interested in transferring to CSU’s or UC’s can access major preparation by visiting ASSIST. All students are advised to meet with a counselor at least once a semester to create or update their comprehensive education plan.
Contact Information
San Jacinto Campus
(951) 487-MSJC (6752)
1-800-624-5561
Counseling (951) 487-3255
Menifee Valley Campus
(951) 672-MSJC (6752)
1-800-452-3335
Counseling (951) 639-5255
- Analyze the historical and philosophical foundations of the United States and California constitutions.
- Analyze and critique the theory and practice of the politics and government of the United States and California.
- Analyze and critique current political topics and issues.
- Examine the historical development of issues pertaining to race, gender, and immigration; and explain the legislative actions taken in response to them at the federal and state level.
- Analyze how historical developments have affected the rights, responsibilities, and choices of modern US citizens.
- Examine complex issues and discover the connections and correlations among ideas to advance toward a valid independent conclusion.
- Analyze real or potential problems and develop, evaluate, and test possible solutions and hypotheses using the scientific method where appropriate.
- Evaluate information by selection and using appropriate research methods and tools.
- Develop individual responsibility, personal integrity, and respect for diverse people and cultures.
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